Griffins Host Flashback Weekend
October 23, 2002 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Grand Rapids Griffins News Release
Friday, November 1, 2002 vs. Chicago Wolves
Time: 7:30 p.m. at Van Andel Arena (doors open at 6:30 p.m.)
Tickets: Available at The Zone (Van Andel Arena store or Rivertown Crossings Mall kiosk) and all Tickets PLUS outlets, including West Michigan Meijer stores. Charge by phone at (616) 222-4000 / (800) 585-3737. Purchase on-line at www.griffinshockey.com. Prices: $5 (advance purchase only), $10, $12, $16, $20, $25
B-I-N-G-O: All fans can play Classic Rock Bingo, presented by WLAV. As they enter the arena, fans will be given bingo cards containing titles of classic rock songs, and they'll cross off the names of the songs as they are played during the game. When a fan gets five songs in a row on the card, it may be redeemed at the WLAV table on the concourse for a chance to win prizes.
Uniforms: The Griffins will wear their special red and white third jersey, reflecting their affiliation with the Detroit Red Wings.
Post-Game Autographs: Six Griffins players will sign autographs in the stands for 15 minutes following the game.
Saturday, November 2, 2002 vs. Milwaukee Admirals
Time: 7:30 p.m. at Van Andel Arena (doors open at 6:30 p.m.)
Tickets: Available at The Zone (Van Andel Arena store or Rivertown Crossings Mall kiosk) and all Tickets PLUS outlets, including West Michigan Meijer stores. Charge by phone at (616) 222-4000 / (800) 585-3737. Purchase on-line at www.griffinshockey.com. Prices: $5 (advance purchase only), $10, $12, $16, $20, $25
Turn Back the Clock: The Griffins host "Turn Back the Clock Night," presented by WODJ. Fans will be entertained with music and video from the 1960s and 70s, and the Griffins will temporarily turn back the prices on concessions. From 6:30 p.m. until the opening faceoff at 7:38 p.m., fans will receive one free hot dog or soda with each purchase of a hot dog or soda, and beer will also be half-priced.
Tie-Dyed Jerseys: To celebrate the night's retro theme, Griffins players will wear special tie-dyed jerseys that will be auctioned at the conclusion of the game, with net proceeds benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters. Four previous auctions of special jerseys since 2000 have grossed a total of $58,932 for local charities.
Post-Game Skate: The second Stouffer's Post-Game Family Fun Skate will take place. Fans who bring their own skates can hit the ice at Van Andel Arena for 45 minutes after the game.
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